Pakistan, Dec. 27 -- The United States (US) will return to the Moon during President Donald Trump's second tenure, newly appointed NASA Administrator Jared Isaacman said, outlining an ambitious vision for lunar exploration and the development of a future "orbital economy".

Speaking on CNBC's Closing Bell Overtime, Isaacman said the renewed push towards the Moon reflects a shared commitment between NASA and the Trump administration to re-establish a sustained human presence beyond Earth. He described lunar exploration as a critical step toward expanding economic activity in space.

Isaacman's remarks came shortly after his confirmation by the US Senate, concluding a nomination process that began in December 2024. Initially nominated by Pr...